Fuel tanker drivers in Portugal have gone on strike, causing fuel shortages in many places across the country. There are reports of long lines at petrol stations, with some places closing due to lack of fuel.

Travel advice

If you are in Portugal or will be arriving in the next few days –

Check in with your airline or travel agent to confirm your flight status. Do this several hours before you would leave for the airport, in case your flight is on time and your airport transfer is delayed.

Be prepared for (potentially significant) delays when travelling, as well as difficulty finding a taxi or ridesharing transport.

Be prepared for increased costs related to taxi hire.

Where possible, try to plan activities that do not rely on fuel-based transport. Try to avoid excursions or trips that could leave you stranded, and have back up plans in case that occurs.

Official travel advice

Latest update: Summary – Strike action by Portuguese fuel tanker drivers since 16 April may cause disruption to flights at Lisbon and Faro airports; if you’re travelling from Lisbon or Faro airport over the coming days, check with your airline for possible delays; travel within Portugal may also be affected by the strike.

#Portugal: There is currently a fuel delivery strike. Many gas stations throughout the country are without gas supply. Monitor local media for information on the evolving situation. https://t.co/bcGdJSvwjw

Portugal is running out of fuel, which is annoying if you are flying from one of its airports. British Airways and easyJet passengers experiencing delays, with some flights having refuel en route.https://t.co/UsTvS3wFlX

Information from airlines

We recommend all customers due to travel to or from Portugal to check the status of their flights on our Flight Tracker for the latest information, you’ll find our Tracker here: https://t.co/EWoxxsGtS4. Ross (2/2)

Due to an intermittent strike by fuel suppliers at Portugal’s airports until 19 April 2019, our flights to/from Lisbon, Porto and Faro may be disrupted. We recommend our passengers to check the status of their flight on https://t.co/LSFM46KmjF or by phone at +352 2456-1 pic.twitter.com/gZuZ0090jx

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